3 Easy Steps to a Stylish Master Bedroom

"It's more than just where you sleep. Create a stylish and functional space that's a haven any time of day!" —Libby Langdon

1. Unify Windows of Varying Heights
"Some rooms with vaulted ceilings have windows that differ dramatically in size on the same wall, which can make hanging window treatments tricky. But it's OK to hang each drape at a different height! Give them a cohesive look by doing a bold color-blocked border of the same width across all the bottoms."

2. Create a Sense of Airiness
"If the frame of a windowawkwardly abuts an adjacent wall, you don't have to hang a panel in that corner. Not only can that feel crowded, you'll lose natural light and part of the view. And when a panel is pulled open, let it 'stack' over the window trim instead of the actual glass. This gives the illusion that your windows are larger than they are, as if there's more window behind the fabric."

3. Include an Extra Place to Curl Up
"A small sofa at the foot of your bed is great if your kids love to pile into your room to watch TV, or if you or your spouse likes to stay up late after the other one is asleep. It also adds another cozy spot for reading or working on your computer. Leave at least 30 inches in front of it for walk-through space. For an ottoman that can be moved around easily, choose one on casters."

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